Handy Law

People arrested and charged with a DUI in Vermont are subject to harsh prosecution by Vermont state attorneys. Even if you have never committed a crime, a DUI as a first offense can have serious consequences, least among them the stigma that goes along with having been convicted of DUI.

Given that you can lose your license, be subjected to large fines, court costs and mandatory driver education classes, and even jail time, a DUI has the potential to change your life.In addition to court fees and possible jail time, a DUI conviction will substantially increase your auto insurance premiums for years.

When facing serious criminal charges, it is important to work with an attorney that fights for your rights and understands your options. We defend clients against drug charges, domestical assault charges, sexual assault charges and murder. While the possession of small amounts of marijuana has been decriminalized, more serious drug offenses are prosecuted aggressively.

If you have been injured in an accident caused by someone else, you could be entitled to compensation for your pain and loss. It is critical you find the right attorney to fight for your rights. A well developed personal injury case is based on close examination of facts. Handy Law understand that injury can have emotional as well as financial costs.

Drafting a lease is one of the most critical activities any landlord can undertake. You need to make sure it is accurate and, most importantly, will hold up to Vermont state law. A lease downloaded from the Internet may contain clauses which, if not valid in the state of Vermont, may invalidate the lease altogether.

It has become commonplace in many parts of the country. Most states have some sort of checkpoint program in place where state or local police set up what are called checkpoints. It is common knowledge, what they are, but in case you are not aware, a checkpoint is a place, usually on a well-traveled.